Paleo Peppermint Patties

Soft and creamy on the inside with crisp chocolate on the outside, peppermint patties are a classic treat.

Unfortunately, the type that you can purchase at the store are full of refined sugar and industrial seed oils, not to mention that the typical chocolate bar contains dairy and soy.

Luckily, peppermint patties are extremely easy to make at home, and you can control the ingredients! This recipe for Paleo Peppermint Patties is made with high-quality dark chocolate, coconut butter, and maple syrup. No refined ingredients here, just lots of healthy fats and great flavor!

The coconut butter used in this recipe is often sold as “coconut manna.” It’s different from coconut oil because it still contains the coconut fiber. Think of coconut butter as a coconut version of almond butter. It’s used in this recipe because coconut oil would melt much too easily. You can make your own coconut butter by processing 2 cups of unsweetened coconut flakes in a food processor until they turn buttery.

If you don’t want to use peppermint extract, you could use a bit of food-grade peppermint oil, although you’ll want to start with a smaller amount since peppermint oil is stronger.

Also, a protip: some people prefer their peppermint patties less sweet, and some like them more sweet. Taste the filling as you’re making it to ensure that’s it’s to your liking. These peppermint patties need to be stored in the refrigerator to keep them firm.

Heather Resler

Heather is an celiac blogger with a passion for cooking and baking. She loves to help others eat healthier through creating delicious and nutritious paleo recipes that everyone will enjoy. Heather shares recipes on her blog, Cook It Up Paleo. In her free time, she enjoys rock climbing and weightlifting.